Absence Management/Compliance Advisor - Military Veterans

As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. 

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve.  Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.   

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!   

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

Oversee leave of absence programs to include FMLA; ADA; Pregnancy Worker’s Act; other federal, state, or local-mandated leave; and company leave. Provide operational oversight of third party leave vendor. Administer accommodations programs. Serve as a resource and subject matter expert (SME) on leave management consistent with local, state and federal regulations.

The work location for this exciting opportunity is virtual. The selected candidate will work remotely (100% from home).

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD:    

Maintain deep regulatory knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and state and local leave laws.

Administer ADA process in compliance with applicable laws, guidelines, and company policies.

Oversee the leave of absence program as administered by third party leave vendor. Partner with colleagues including Benefits, HR Operations, Payroll, Risk, Safety, and legal department as needed.

Collaborate with other areas of HR, third-party leave vendor, and legal counsel to implement new policies, regulations and plans rules as necessary.

Conduct audits to ensure compliance with applicable leave policies.

Collaborate with third-party leave vendor to review data and metrics. Identify patterns and report findings and trends.

Conduct root cause analyses and develop recommendations for process improvements.

Serve as liaison between leave of absence third-party leave vendor, legal counsel and other areas of HR to address and resolve escalations. Continually evaluate the effectiveness of the leave program, policies, and processes.

Develop and provide guidance and training to managers / supervisors on leave of absence process and return to work accommodations as needed.

Serve as SME on business and HR projects as needed.

The salary range for this position is $72,800 - 80,000. (depending on location) 

This job will be posted for a minimum of five business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be expanded. 

Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. 

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bachelor's degree required.

Minimum 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.

Experience in LOA and Paid Family Leave administration.

Detailed knowledge of various state leave laws. 

Skills & Abilities: Ability to work on a team.

Travel: May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system.

* Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:​

Union experience a plus

Knowledge of various state leave laws

BENEFITS FOR YOU: 

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

• Medical, Dental Vision plans

• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

• PTO + Holidays

• 401K with 5% match

• Paid Family Leave

• Employee Assistance

• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

• Service Awards and recognition]]>